Ranger 4WD L4-2.3L VIN D (2002)
6. WARNING: Be careful not to allow the differential case to fall.
CAUTION: Place a wood block between the pry bar and the rear axle housing to protect the machined surface from damage.
Using a pry bar and wood block, pry the differential case from the rear axle housing.
7. Remove the 10 ring gear bolts.
8. CAUTION: Care should be taken not to damage the ring bolt hole threads.
NOTE: The anti-lock speed sensor ring cannot be reused once removed.
Insert a punch in the bolt holes and drive off the ring gear and, if necessary, the anti-lock speed sensor ring.
9. Install the differential case.
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Position the differential case assembly, including the bearing cups and shims, in the rear axle housing. Install the differential bearing caps and
the differential bearing cap bolts.
